Overview
- The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for southern Nevada, with videos showing localized flooding near the LINQ/High Roller and parts of the street circuit.
- Forecasts point to likely rain for the first two practice sessions and a decreasing chance for Saturday night, and Formula 1 leadership says the event remains on schedule.
- Drivers warn the Strip would be especially difficult in the wet due to low grip, painted lines and visibility under floodlights, calling wet running a significant challenge.
- The standings read Norris 390, Piastri 366 and Verstappen 341, and Verstappen would be eliminated from title contention if his deficit to Norris exceeds 58 points after Las Vegas.
- McLaren views Las Vegas as a weak venue despite changes since 2024, with cool temperatures and tyre graining risk expected to complicate setup and performance.